Got a Startup Idea? Here’s What It Really Takes to Make It Work
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The Download: a nuclear landmark, and China eyes Nvidia chips
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US —Casey Crownhart I was really looking forward to July 4, and not just because I love a poolside barbecue. This year…
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We Have More Productivity Tools Than Ever — So Why Are We Getting Less Done?
Despite all the tools promising speed and efficiency, most companies are working harder and getting less done. The culprit isn’t the technology; it’s how we use it.
OpenAI launches a general purpose agent in ChatGPT
OpenAI announced the launch of ChatGPT agent, which the company claims to be its most capable AI agent product yet.
Twitch starts testing vertical video streams
Twitch’s tests are not widespread at this point, as Appsensa’s research only found a handful of references in the app’s code that mentioned the tests would focus on just “a few streamers” for the time being.
Meta appoints generative AI VP to run Threads
Meta appointed Connor Hayes, Meta’s VP of product for generative AI, to become the head of Threads.
Rivian restarting work on its Georgia factory, emails show
Emails obtained through a public records request show Rivian has resume the prep work for its planned factory in Georgia.
Substack raises $100M from Chernin Group, Andreessen Horowitz, Skims CEO and more
The New York Times reports that the funding brings Substack’s valuation to $1.1 billion, almost 70% higher than its 2021 valuation of $650 million.
This Is the Newest Real Estate Trend You Can’t Miss — and It’s Worth $438 Billion
A rapidly emerging new trend is sweeping the global real estate sector, powered by humanity’s collective desire for longer lives and healthier lifestyles. Here’s what entrepreneurs should pay attention to to capture the new market.
‘We Got So Many DMs’: This 27-Year-Old Revamped Her Parents’ Decades-Old Business and Grew Direct-to-Consumer Sales From From $60,000 to Over $500,000
Ruth Sack seized an opportunity to expand the brand’s customer base.
Perfection Is Out. Realness Runs the Room Now — Here’s How Authentic CEOs Can Win Trust Today
In today’s culture of authenticity, CEOs who embrace transparency, vulnerability and realness — rather than polished perfection — build stronger trust and influence.